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SDAC25 Moncton Matinee
September 18 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm ADT
Ready to grow but not getting picked? Supplier Diversity can put you in front of the right buyers!
Hosted by the Supplier Diversity Alliance of Canada (SDAC), in collaboration with CQCC and CAMSC.
Are you an Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, 2SLGBTQI+, newcomer, person with a disability, youth, gender-diverse, veteran, or other equity-deserving entrepreneur looking for real opportunities to access supply chains? Curious how supplier diversity can connect you with corporate buyers, government programs, and a national network of peers?
This free, half-day event is for you.
Join us in Moncton for a morning of community connection, learning, and actionable next steps to engage in supplier diversity across Canada.
Event details
- Date: September 18, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Hyatt Place Moncton Downtown | 1000 Main St, Moncton, NB E1C 1H5
- Language: English, with bilingual participants
- Cost: FREE — includes full breakfast
- Parking: Available at the hotel. Street parking at Avenir Centre Parking Lot.
- Transit: Local bus routes along Main St.
- Accessibility: Ground-floor venue downtown, with outdoor space across from the Avenir Centre.
What you’ll learn:
At this free in-person session, you’ll walk away with:
- A better understanding of supplier diversity and how to access opportunities as a certified diverse supplier
- Insight into how major corporations are opening up their supply chains
- A clearer path to engaging with SDAC and other national networks that support equity-deserving entrepreneurs
- Networking opportunities with buyers, local partners, and other local entrepreneurs
- Actionable steps for getting certified as a diverse supplier
Who it’s for:
This event is designed for:
- Entrepreneurs: Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, 2SLGBTQI+, newcomers, persons with disabilities, youth, gender-diverse, veterans, and other equity-deserving groups
- Small business owners ready to explore new markets and contracts
- Local ecosystem partners and community organizations looking to connect clients to supplier diversity
- Procurement professionals and corporate buyers committed to inclusive supply chains
What’s on the agenda?
Join us for a dynamic morning of community-building, practical learning, and meaningful connections designed to support diverse entrepreneurs and advance inclusive procurement.
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Registration & community networking
Enjoy a full breakfast and connect with fellow attendees.
Browse our Local Vendor Market, open throughout the morning.
9:00 – 9:45 AM
Corporate buyers panel
A fireside chat with representatives from leading corporations discussing the value of supplier diversity and how inclusive supply chains drive innovation.
9:45 – 10:00 AM
Break.
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Supplier Diversity Program panel discussion
Hear from certified diverse suppliers as they share real-world experiences and how supplier diversity programs have helped them grow.
10:30 – 10:45 AM
Break.
10:45 – 11:30 AM
Speed pitching & matchmaking hour
Engage directly with buyers and procurement professionals in a fast-paced, rotating table format.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Networking activity: Meet local connectors
Wrap up the morning by connecting with ecosystem partners, corporate reps, and fellow diverse suppliers. Don’t miss the vendor market!